Labor & Workforce
Located in the center of Georgia, Putnam County boasts a very diverse economic mix ranging from manufacturing to tourism-based businesses to agriculture to technology.
You've come to the right place to relocate or start a business!
Whether your business is new, expanding, or you need assistance, the Putnam Development Authority can help. We are a results-oriented team, committed to matching your business needs with the best possible location and creative programs that give you a competitive edge.
Incentives
Putnam Development Authority developed a series of innovative financial tools and incentives to assist companies that are considering locating or expanding in Eatonton & Putnam County.
Site Selection
The goal of the Putnam Business Attraction team is to provide all support services needed to assist your company in properly evaluating the business opportunities in our area.
Quality of Life
Putnam County is a lively, active community, which hosts many annual events and festivals. History, culture, arts, shopping, and recreational opportunities abound.
Recent News
PCHS students see action at filming of ‘The Resident’
By Leeah Collins, Contributor The Eatonton Messenger September 19, 2019 Filming for Fox’s popular medical drama “The Resident” came to Eatonton on Sept. 6 and 7. Most of the filming took place at Blackwell Furniture...
Uncle Remus attraction built on Putnam square
By Shannon Sneed The Eatonton Messenger September 19, 2019 Uncle Remus has taken his Briar Patch tales to the courthouse square, bringing with him...
PCCSS introduces Navvy testing to students
By Kami Chambers The Eatonton Messenger September 26, 2019 Putnam County Charter School System began its 2019-20 school year under a new vision to assess how well its students are learning. Parents and teachers often...
Free Webinar: Georgia Employers – Are You Ready to Tackle FLSA Overtime Rule 2.0?
Webinar October 3, 2019 11:00am-12:00pm Please join Fisher Phillips attorneys as they discuss tackling the federal Fair Labor Standards Act white-collar exemption changes and strategies for implementation in Georgia. At last, the U.S. Department of...
Barrel 118 hosts film crew for ‘The Resident’
By Shannon Sneed The Eatonton Messenger September 12, 2019 Barrel 118 hosted around 100 crew members during the filming of Fox TV’s The Resident. Still shy of a grand opening, co-owners Kevin and Sara Tomson-Hooper...